Anele Nzimande’s journey into motorsport began in 2021, when he was introduced to karting by a fellow Maritzburg College alumnus, Nkazimulo Khubeka (OC 2023). At the time, family commitments and the financial demands of the sport meant he was unable to pursue karting immediately. Over the next three years, Anele focused on becoming financially independent...Read More

As 2025 draws to a close, the Maritzburg College Old Boys’ Association (MCOBA) looks back on a year filled with connection, achievement, and enduring College spirit. From the roar of Reunion weekend, where brothers young and old gathered to relive memories and celebrate our shared heritage, to branch functions across South Africa and around the...Read More

Along with all gathered here to celebrate the life of Graham Linscott, I too wish to contribute, even though unable to attend, in remembering my friend — more familiarly known to me as Frothy. There will be many fellow travellers on Froth’s journey through journalism, reporting on a wide variety of topics — the dramas...Read More

Maritzburg College Old Boys note with sadness the passing of Graham Linscott, a distinguished journalist, columnist and storyteller, who died at the age of 83. Graham enjoyed a long and respected career in journalism, working across 11 African countries for the Argus Africa News Service, the Argus Group and later Independent Newspapers. His roles included...Read More

After matriculating from Maritzburg College in 2021, Matt moved to England and joined Harpenden Rugby Club, competing at a semi-professional level. His strong performances soon earned him selection for Hertfordshire County, where he competed in the English County Championships. This past season was his best yet. Matt played 32 games, scored an impressive 28 tries,...Read More

At the heart of the Maritzburg College brotherhood lies something deeply powerful – a lifelong bond that stretches across years, continents, and life’s most challenging moments. This year, we honour Hayden Driemeyer (OC 2009), a proud College Old Boy whose remarkable courage and resilience continue to inspire us all. In April 2020, while living and...Read More

This is a tribute to Dick Lambert from his son-in-law, Adam Rogers (OC Class of 1991). “I am saddened to have to let you know of the passing of my father-in-law Richard (‘Dick’) Keith Lambert of the College Class of 1956 on 21 April 2025. Dick Lambert was a man whose life was characterized by...Read More

History at College  Chris attended Maritzburg College, starting in 2nd Form in 1986 and matriculated in 1990, with Mr.  Dudley Forde as Headmaster. During that time, Chris was very involved in the cadet band, starting on the bugle and then moving on to the trumpet. The cadet band, run by Mr. Hugh Tarboton, represented the...Read More

(13 June 1958 – 28 January 2025) The Old Boys’ Association was very sorry to learn recently of the death of David Smith, of the 6A class of 1975. A member of one of College’s mightiest clans, the Lindsay Smiths (Dave’s father Des had been head prefect of College in 1947), Dave was a colourful...Read More

(10 October 1946 – 19 January 2025) Maritzburg College joins the Van der Watt family and his legions of friends, past pupils and admirers in mourning the death on Sunday afternoon of Andy van der Watt, one of the school’s greatest athletes, whose speed and dash on the sports field were matched only by his...Read More